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Michael Pasternak

What do people stand to gain from filing a wrongful death claim?

On behalf of Michael B. Pasternak - Attorney at Law posted in Wrongful Death on Thursday, September 14, 2017.

Losing a loved one in an accident is a catastrophic event from which people may never fully recover. And while there is no way to undo the death or truly compensate people for this type of loss, there are a few important reasons to consider filing a legal claim in the aftermath of these situations.

Below, we look at a few ways that pursuing a wrongful death claim in Ohio can help you and your family cope with the loss and begin to rebuild your lives.

Covering the financial toll

A person's unexpected passing due to a wrongful, negligent act of another party has a financial impact on his or her loved ones. In the blink of an eye, children can lose a parent; a husband or wife can lose a partner; a sibling can lose a caretaker. Those left behind can be responsible for medical bills, funeral expenses, lost wages and other financial ramifications that often prove to be massive and unmanageable.

Acknowledging the emotional damages

There are also extensive emotional damages that people suffer in the wake of a wrongful death. This includes pain and suffering, loss of companionship, loss of support and loss of guidance. These are not insignificant damages, and they should not be overlooked or minimized.

Holding the appropriate party liable

A legal claim can send a powerful message to other parties that they can be held legally accountable for similar misconduct or negligence. It can also give a victim's family a sense of closure and justice when the liable party is identified and held publicly and legally responsible for the loss.

Filing a wrongful death claim is not going to bring a loved one back, and it is not going to make the loss acceptable. However, rather than focus on what it cannot do, we encourage readers to think about what this type of claim can do. With legal guidance and support, survivors can fight for the compensation, acknowledgement and closure they need and deserve.

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